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Section 9 Module 2
Section 9 Module 2
Corazon “Cory”
Cojuangco Aquino, became
a symbol of the restoration
of democracy and overthrow
of the Marcos Dictatorship
in 1986. The EDSA People
Power installed her as the
first woman president of the
Philippines. On September
18, 1986, seven months after
she became president she
was invited to speak before the joint session of the U.S. Congress on
Sepyember 18, 1986. (Lee & Alphora, 2018). The highlights of said speech
are the foci of this lesson.
3. explained the importance of the speech to the grand narrative of Philippine history;
and
Topics
Highlights of Corazon Aquino’s Speech before the U.S. Congress on Sept. 18, 1986
Background of the Author and the Document
Contributions of Corazon Aquino to the Restoration of Democracy
The People Power Revolution (EDSA Revolution) 1986
Learning Resources
Pre- Activity
B a s e d o n t h e
Aquino became president.
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Let’s Explore!
It has been the practice of the U.S. Congress to convene a Joint Meeting for the
purpose of hearing an address from an important figure, usually a visiting foreign leader.
Corazon C. Aquino delivered her historic speech before the US Congress on September 18,
1986-barely seven months after being sworn into office under revolutionary government
brought about by the EDSA Revolution. During that time, Cory’s presidency was unstable for
she inherited an economy that is in shambles. There was massive poverty and unemployment
in the country. The loyalty of the military to her administration was still in question. Her
administration was already besieged by a coup attempt, backed by a multitude of civilian
Marcos loyalists after five months of assumption to office. Despite releasing political
detainees, the communist insurgency was still gripping the countryside. She needed foreign
allies to recognize her newly established administration. The aforementioned historic speech
targeted two goals at the same time. It aimed to express gratitude towards the United States
for helping the Filipinos regain their freedom and to seek more help from them in restoring
the government considering Aquino’s decision to honor the foreign debts the Philippines
incurred during the Marcos administration.
Suggested Readings:
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Instructions: Read the full text of Cory Aquino’s speech before the US Congress. Retrieved
from https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/corazonaquinoouscongressjoint
session.htm.
Identify five points highlighted by President Corazon Aquino in her speech before the US
Congress on September 18, 1986. Explain their significance.
1. A president turned dictator and traitor to his oath, suspended the constitution and shut
down the congress that was much like before which I am honoreid to speak.
2. He detained my husband along with thousand of other senators, publishers and anyone who
had spoken up for the democracy as its draw near.
4. The dictator already knew that Ninoy was not a body merely to be imprisoned but a spirit
he must break.
5. The congress, the independence of the judiciary, the protection of the bill of rights -Ninoy
kept their spirit alive on himself.
Exercise 2.9.2
Instructions: The biggest contribution of Corazon Aquino to the Filipinos is the restoration
of democracy. Read the assigned readings below and write an essay assessing the state of
Philippine democracy since its restoration after Martial law
Readings:
Syjuco, M. (2017). I thought democracy had failed Filipinos. But it is we who failed
it. The Guardian. Retrieved from https://www.the
guardian.com/commentsfree/2017/oct/22/i-thought-democracy-had-failed-filipinos-
but-it-is-we-who-have failed-it
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Exercise 2.9.3
Instructions: Give three reasons why President Corazon Aquino’s Speech before the US
Congress on September 18, 1986 is important to the grand narrative of Philippine history.
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Reference
Aquino, C. (1986, September 18). President Corazon Aquino’s speech before the U.S.
Congress. Retrieved from
https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/corazonaquinouscongressjointsession.htm
Serrill, M. (2001, June 24). The Philippines Cory hits a grand slam. Time Magazine.
Retrieved from http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,145105,00.html
Annex A
Answer the following questions truthfully and wholeheartedly. Write your answers
in your
Reflection journal below.
1. Which section/s or part/s of the module is easy for you?
Why was it easy for you?
2. Which section/s or part/s is difficult for you?
Why was it difficult?
3. If you were to study the contents of the module and do the exercises again,
how
would improve your learnings?
a. Refer to your own exercises
b. Confer with your classmates and ask them about their past
exercises in
in studying
c. Consult your teacher and ask for suggestions
4. What are your concerns about this course (GE-RPH). List them with your
plans
to overcome them.
My Reflection Journal
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Module Check!
Instructions: Find out your learning gains from Module 2 by answering the items below:
1. What was the real name of Fray Juan de Plasencia? What is his important book in
Philippine history? (2pts)
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2. What is the present equivalent of a gobernadorcillo during the Spanish rule? (1 pt)
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3. What is depicted in the documentary, Raiders of the Sulu Sea? What four indigenous
groups were sold to slavery in said documentary? (5 pts)
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4. What is the Bangsamoro Organic Law or BOL? When was it signed? (3pts)
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5. Give four titles associated with Emilio Jacinto in relation to the Katipunan? (4pts)
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7. The peaceful movement of seeking reforms from the colonial Spanish government in the
Philippines (1 pt)
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8. What were the two factions of the La Liga and their leaders after Jose Rizal was exiled to
Dapitan? (4pts)
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10. What the Oblation in the University of the Philippines? Who constructed it? (3 pts)
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11. What is the complete title of the memoirs of Emilio Aguinaldo? (1 pt)
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12. Who is Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista? What was his role in history? (3 pts)
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13. Who composed the Philippine national anthem? Where was the lyrics derived from? (2
pts)
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14. What are the provinces represented by the eight rays of the sun in the Philippine flag? (8
pts)
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15. What are political cartoons? What was its use during the American era? (2 pts)
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16. Who founded the Philippine Free Press? Who assumed it after bankruptcy? (2 pts)
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18. Who was the founder of the Bag-Ong Kusog in Cebu? (1 pt)
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19. Who and what caused the Cabinet Crisis in Philippine government in1923? (1 pt)
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20. What title did Corazon C. Aquino earn or get from Time Magazine in 1986 and 1999?
(2pts)
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